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my_my_marie 's review for:
They Bloom at Night
by Trang Thanh Tran
emotional
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Fantastic connection of horror and physical danger/mystery to the characters journey through gender, dysphoria, and trauma. Skillful inclusion of secondary characters; each one adds interest and context without interrupting flow. Great reference for rooting horror in personal experience and how to connect the two without skewing towards too metaphorical and undermining the horror. Super impactful yet concise read that peaks and holds interest the whole time.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Body horror, Death, Sexual violence, Grief, Dysphoria
Moderate: Death, Misogyny, Rape, Sexual assault, Sexual violence, Blood, Medical content, Injury/Injury detail
Minor: Adult/minor relationship, Biphobia, Child death, Racism, Medical content, Dementia